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Established Camping
Weogufka State Forest Campsite 2
Weogufka State Forest Campsite 2 is located in Alabama, surrounded by forested terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 90s in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the scenic trails of Weogufka State Forest and visit the historic Flagg Mountain.
Description
State Park
Flagg Mountain is the southernmost Appalachian peak over 1,000 feet, located near Weogufka, Alabama, in Coosa County, and contains a CCC-built lookout tower and cabins. Weogufka State Forest consists of 240 acres of upland hardwood on Flagg Mountain. It is owned by the State of Alabama and Managed by the Alabama Forestry Commission (see map).
The property is open to the public. It contains many hiking trails maintained by the Alabama Hiking Trail Society. The Pinhoti Trail’s southern terminus ends on Flagg Mountain. (The Pinhoti Trail extends northward to Springer Mountain in Georgia, where the Appalachian Trail begins.)
Currently, there is a full-time caretaker on the property. Weogufka State Forest is open to the public. Overnight camping and social events are available, but reservations must be through the caretaker in advance. Please text 256-223-3990.
Currently there are limited bathroom facilities. Efforts are underway to improve the facilities. This includes reopening the tower stairs, building a bathhouse, and improving the cabins.
Location
Weogufka State Forest Campsite 2 is located in Alabama
Coordinates
32.97966149 N
86.34923128 W
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Weogufka State Forest Campsite 2 needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 7 min from Auburn
- 1 hr 7 min from Birmingham
- 1 hr 9 min from Anniston
- 1 hr 10 min from Montgomery
